Handout
Other

Help With Fractions: Simplifying Fractions

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
The rules for simplifying fractions are clearly explained at this website. An explanation of how to simplify improper fractions is also included. This is an excellent place to get step by step explanations for working with fractions.
Handout
Other

Help With Fractions: Reducing Fractions by Factorization

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
The rules for reducing fractions using factorization are clearly explained at this website. This is an excellent place to get step by step explanations for working with fractions.
Unit Plan
PBS

Pbs: Subtraction of Fractions Using a Visual Model

For Students 3rd - 5th Standards
Use a visual model to subtract fractions with unlike denominators. This video focuses on using an equivalent fractions chart to compare fractions and find the missing piece.
Interactive
Visual Fractions

Visual Fractions: Rename in Higher Terms With Lines

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
Rename fractions in higher terms with this interactive module. Number lines are used for fractional representations. Detailed instructions, practice opportunity, and immediate feedback provided for this concept....
Interactive
Other

Visual Fractions: Rename in Higher Terms With Circles

For Students 3rd - 8th Standards
Practice renaming fractions in higher terms using circle fractions, in this Java applet interactive game. A simple activity for most. However, if you get stuck, see the detailed, directions and examples that are included.